Dissolution of the USSR: The National Anthem "Gosudárstvennyy gimn SSSR" Played for the Last Time

Описание: The Soviet Union officially dissolved on 26 December 1991, when the Supreme Soviet of the USSR formally recognized the end of the union, following the resignation of Mikhail Gorbachev the previous day and the earlier Belavezha Accords, which declared that the USSR had ceased to exist and was replaced by the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).

The "Gosudárstvennyy gimn SSSR", translates as "State Anthem of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics" in English, was the national anthem of the Soviet Union and the regional anthem of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic from 1944 to 1991, replacing "The Internationale". Its original lyrics were written by Sergey Mikhalkov (1913–2009) in collaboration with Gabriyel’ Arkadyevich Ureklyan (1899–1945), and its music was composed by Alexander Alexandrov (1883–1946). For a two-decade interval following de-Stalinization, the anthem was performed without lyrics. The second set of lyrics, also written by Mikhalkov and in which Stalin's name was omitted, was adopted in 1977.

The “Gosudárstvennyy gimn SSSR” is also considered both a patriotic and a marching song.

The Soviet anthem served as a powerful symbol of national pride and unity. With its grand orchestration, uplifting melody, and strong rhythm, it evokes patriotism and has been used in both ceremonial and marching contexts. Its structure and tempo make it suitable for military parades and official events, highlighting its dual role as a patriotic and marching piece.




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